‘Nothing off the table’ as Rachel Reeves considers ‘targeted support’ over energy costs

Chancellor does not rule out ditching fuel duty rise but tells MPs it is too early to gauge if consumers need extra help

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Rachel Reeves has refused to rule out ditching a planned fuel duty increase in September, as she promised nothing is off the table" to help consumers with rising energy costs amid the Iran conflict.

The chancellor told MPs on the Treasury select committee that options for targeted support as well as broader measures" were being explored, although cautioned that it remained too early" to be sure emergency help was required.